With that thought, Uchiha Izumi grew even more determined to visit Uchiha Yin the next day. Only then did she return to her room to rest.
The night passed in a flash. Uchiha Izumi got up at first light, and by the time she finished her usual morning training, the sun had fully risen.
Uchiha Izumi barely ate breakfast before hurrying off to wash up and change her clothes.
She still wore a ninja outfit, but it was looser than usual, with brighter colors that looked lovely on her.
Compared with the grubby state she had been in during training, she was a perfect example of dressing up for someone she liked.
Uchiha Izumi studied her reflection with satisfaction. Then, as if something had suddenly occurred to her, her cheeks flushed and she looked terribly shy.
Seeing the blush on her face, she could not bear to look any longer. She turned and headed for Uchiha Yin's place.
Kurotsuchi had gotten up early and prepared breakfast in no time. Though she was somewhat displeased, she had still made a portion for Samui.
When Samui woke, she went to the kitchen, intending to help make breakfast.
But to her surprise, Kurotsuchi had already taken care of everything and was cleaning up.
Samui felt her face grow warm at the sight. After a moment's hesitation, she said, "I'm sorry. I didn't know you got up so early. I came to help!"
Kurotsuchi looked unconcerned. "It's fine. I just got up early. I'm going to train, so go ahead and eat!"
She quickly cleared away the dishes she had used and left.
Samui looked at the meal already set out on the table and smiled gently. She's still just a child, and so kindhearted.
"Of course she is. Kurotsuchi has always been a